Week of May 27, 2018

To the Best of Our KnowledgeWhat Is School For? - With the school year winding down, we ask a basic question: What’s the point of education? Is it to build a workforce? To create democratic citizens? To figure out what matters in life?

Wisconsin ClassicalThe Sound Of Summer - Whether you're new to classical music, or have been enjoying it for years, you should plan to include the out of doors in your classical concert experiences this summer!

University of the AirBlack Aboltionists - David Walker, Maria Stewart, and Frederick Douglass were revolutionary black abolitionists in the 19th century who raised their voices to try to end slavery. Professor Christy Clark Pujara introduces these figures and their turbulent times. Two graduates of the UW Odyssey Project (Tosumba Welch and Molinda Henry) read eloquent passages from the writings of abolitionists.Guest(s): Christy Clark-Pujara

Old Time Radio DramaFort Laramie - "Trooper's Baby" :
Stella Merchant is expecting her baby shortly. Captain Quince is left in charge of the garrison. He becomes a midwife with the help of Sergeant Gorce.
This episode was originally aired on May 27th, 1956.

Old Time Radio DramaThe Jack Benny Program - "Jack is Sick" :
Jack Benny is ill, so he and Mary are absent and the show of mostly music is carried by Don, Phil and Kenny.
This episode was originally aired on May 27th, 1956.

Old Time Radio DramaCalling All Cars - "Some Words and a Fingerprint" :
A shooting has taken place on Echo Park Avenue. A drama to show how the everyday work of the identification bureau helps to solve crimes.
This episode was originally aired on May 23rd, 1934.

Old Time Radio DramaThe Molle Mystery Theatre - "Goodbye, Darling" :
A faithless wife and her lover plan to bump off the unsuspecting husband. The husband gets wise and makes a few plans of his own.
This episode was originally aired on May 24th, 1946.

The Morning ShowWhy The Way We Talk About Disability Matters - After the death of Stephen Hawking this spring, media outlets from around the globe ran stories about the physicist’s life and accomplishments. Many of these stories referenced the fact that Hawking had ALS, but disability rights advocates take issue with some of the language used to describe it. We look at how we talk about disability - both in the media, and in our everyday lives - why it matters, and how we can foster better discourse about disability. Guest(s): Lawrence Carter-Long

Chapter A DayWalking Home Ground 1 of 15 - Jim Fleming reads from "Walking Home Ground: In the Footsteps of Muir, Leopold, and Derleth" by Robert Root. When Root moved to Wisconsin he wanted to feel at home and found the three naturalists his best guides.

The Morning ShowHow Families And Career Paths Change When Kids Become Adults - Parents make different choices when their kids are on their own and out of the house, and it’s not necessarily a symptom of empty nest syndrome. Our guest is a CEO who consults on gender and business issues. She’s also a parent who’s seen how relationships and careers change after kids become adults. She discusses the roles of mothers, fathers, and employers as working years stretch later in life.Guest(s): Avivah Wittenberg-Cox

The Morning ShowBig Rulings Set To Come From the Supreme Court In June - It’s been a busy term for the United States Supreme Court. In recent months, the justices have heard arguments on cases of partisan gerrymandering, religious liberty, and much more...and major rulings are expected to come down in the coming weeks. This hour, a Supreme Court expert weighs on the court’s major cases, how the justices might rule, and what’s at stake politically.Guest(s): Ryan Owens

Chapter A DayWalking Home Ground 2 of 15 - Jim Fleming reads from "Walking Home Ground: In the Footsteps of Muir, Leopold, and Derleth" by Robert Root. When Root moved to Wisconsin he wanted to feel at home. John Muir's homestead at Fountain Lake seemed a good place to start.

Tue, 05/29/2018 - 3:00pm

Central TimeFoxconn Water Lawsuit, UW Study Looks At Health Needs Of Autistic Adults, Your Guide To Green Burial - Environmental groups are filing a lawsuit against the state's water diversion plan for the planned Foxconn facility in Racine County. We discuss the impact the project would have on Great Lakes water and the reasons for the legal action. Plus, new research shows that older adults with autism spectrum disorder may be at greater risks for developing problems like cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive issues. We hear from the lead author about how they used a form of artificial intelligence in their research. We also talk with the author of a green burial guidebook about options for a more environmentally friendly burial method.

The Morning ShowDoes Anti-Bias Training Work? - Starbucks closed its stores across the country Tuesday to hold anti-bias training in the wake of an incident in which a manager had two black men arrested. We look into what implicit bias is and whether anti-bias training actually works with a psychologist who’s been studying these issues for over a decade.Guest(s): William Cox

The Morning ShowUnderstanding How Young Men Get Into And Out Of Violent Extremism - When it comes to hate groups and extremist groups in America and beyond, many members are young men. But what draws them to these groups in the first place...and what keeps them from leaving? Our guest says it's time to hone in on another factor: the constructs of masculinity. We look at the role gender and threatened masculinity plays in the radicalization of young men, and how understanding that can help us better prevent boys and men from turning to hate.Guest(s): Michael Kimmel

Chapter A DayWalking Home Ground 3 of 15 - Jim Fleming reads from "Walking Home Ground: In the Footsteps of Muir, Leopold, and Derleth" by Robert Root. When Root moved to Wisconsin walking the paths John Muir knew helped him to feel at home.

The Morning ShowWisconsin Farmers Monitor NAFTA Negotiations - Farmers are making big financial decisions that impact their business success. Beyond the fields, they’re in a holding the world grapples with the North American Free Trade Agreement. Our guests talk about NAFTA from different perspectives. We also hear from Wisconsin’s Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, the president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau, and a professor of agribusiness. Guest(s): Sheila Harsdorf, Jim Holte, Brian Gould

The Morning ShowAnswers To Economic Questions We Hesitate To Ask - Depending on the day, pundits claim the economy is doing well or struggling. What does that actually mean? Our guest is a journalist who focuses on business and economics. He breaks down the inner workings of the financial system. He also answers questions about the way government, banks, companies, and people use money that non-experts sometimes hesitate to ask. Guest(s): Paddy Hirsch

Chapter A DayWalking Home Ground 4 of 15 - Jim Fleming reads from "Walking Home Ground: In the Footsteps of Muir, Leopold, and Derleth" by Robert Root. When Root moved to Wisconsin he got a feel for the state by walking the paths John Muir knew. Aldo Leopold lived a few miles and several decades away.

Central Time'Roseanne' Canceled, Minnesota Vs. Wisconsin - ABC's 'Roseanne' reboot was canceled this week after its star, Roseanne Barr, published a racist tweet about former Obama White House aide Valerie Jarrett. We talk to a journalist and we want to hear your opinions on ABC's decision. We also pick apart the Wisconsin vs. Minnesota rivalry, which has expanded to economic comparisons as well.

To the Best of Our KnowledgeAmusement Parks - It doesn't matter whether you grew up going to Coney Island, Six Flags, or Pacific Park — to a kid, all amusement parks are magical. This hour we take a trip to the land of funnel cake, freak shows and fast rides.

The Morning ShowWisconsin Weekend: A Culinary Tour Of Lake Michigan - The shorelines of Lake Michigan offer natural beauty, exciting towns, quaint villages, plenty of recreational opportunities, and of course, delicious food. Our guest takes us on a culinary tour of Lake Michigan, from Door County fish boils to Milwaukee bratwurst, and how to recreate some of the Third Coast’s most iconic dishes at home.Guest(s): Amelia Levin

Chapter A DayWalking Home Ground 5 of 15 - Jim Fleming reads from "Walking Home Ground: In the Footsteps of Muir, Leopold, and Derleth" by Robert Root. When Root moved to Wisconsin he got a feel for the state by walking the paths John Muir knew. Now he's following the footsteps of Aldo Leopold, who lived a few miles south.

Garden TalkUsing Natural Science To Improve The Garden - Did you know you can make seedlings sturdier by touching or shaking them? Or that putting your apples in a bag while they are still on the tree will make them taste better? We look at how to use the principles of natural science to improve your garden.Guest(s): Lee Reich

The Odyssey SeriesWilliam Grant Still "Dean of African American Composers" - Williams Grant Still aka "the Dean" of African-American composers”, is still remembered for his first symphony, the most widely performed symphonic work composed by an American until the 1950’s.
Tk 5 Afro-American Symphony: First Movement 7.11
Conducted by Robert Spano, The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs the first movement of Still’s Afro-American Symphony. A King Celebration, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 1992

Old Time Radio DramaThe Challenge of the Yukon - "Case of the Canyon Holdup" :
Ann Convay is robbed on the trail to her and her brother's mine. A mysterious stranger comes to her aid.
This episode was originally aired on June 3rd, 1949.

Old Time Radio DramaThe Lone Ranger - "The War Horse" :
Young Billy Winters bought "Solitaire," an old army horse, at an auction. He's been entered in the big "Frontier Days Race." Could he possibly win?

Old Time Radio DramaYours Truly, Johnny Dollar - "Indestructible Mike Matter" :
This five part tale which serves as proof that life is a tenacious thing, even in the broken body of a Bowery bum.
These episodes were originally aired June 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th in 1956.

Old Time Radio DramaDark Fantasy - "I Am Your Brother" :
In Julius’ eye Stefan Hamlin was the font of all knowledge and he greatly admired him all his life. The two of them grew up together and went to oxford together and then studied to become surgeons. Then one day Stefan confided all to Julius and outlined to him the most devastating death rendering plans of all history.
This episode was originally aired June 5th, 1942.